Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Manchester Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Manchester Elementary School serves the eastern part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manchester Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manchester Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 901 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Elementary School's ranking?
Manchester Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Manchester Elementary School often compared to?
Manchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sagewood Elementary School, Aldrich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Manchester Elementary School?
444 students attend Manchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Manchester Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Elementary School?
Manchester Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manchester Elementary School offer ?
Manchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manchester Elementary School part of?
Manchester Elementary School is part of Elkhorn School District.
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